Chapter 19
No One POV
A few days had passed since Artemis and the gang had arrived in China and started training with Garou to improve his fighting style and get better control of his Guison side as he has made some real good progress but not on the same level as Garou as of yet.
But today will be different since Garou has invited his peerage members to meet his brother and also Le Fay to possibly get recruited into the peerage as well.
Just like his twin brother Garou's peerage is also quite small but the quality is what matters, as both Garou's and Artemis's peerage had eyed each other with interest taking in each other's appearances and what not.
Artemis:I guess we're a lot alike considering that we don't have full peerages but I can tell that they are strong.he said out loud
Garou:*smirks*yeah but first let's start with the introductions, I'd like you to meet my Queen piece. This is Harmon Strada the grandson of Vasco Strada.he introduced them
Harmon:*bows*it's a pleasure to meet you.he said to them
Artemis,Kuroka and Grayfia were shocked to hear that this guy is the grandson of Vasco Strada the most strongest Exorcist and the most strongest human in existence, as human like that being born is like very rare.
The said person named Harmon is really tall standing at 6'8 as he has brown hair and light green colored eyes, he also has a real muscular body that can put bodybuilders to shame. Despite his gigantic size he's a gentle giant as he reminds Artemis of Gyomei Himejima from Demon Slayer.
Artemis:*wide eyed*hold you actually managed to recruit someone who's directly related to Vasco Strada, geez I can only imagine how strong this bastard is.he said to him
Garou:well he may be related to him but the thing is Harmon has no idea how to control his strength, he isn't even close to Vasco's....as of yet.he said to him
Grayfia:still tho being able to have someone like Harmon in your peerage is real impressive.she commented
Harmon:oh please my master is still training me so there's nothing to behold of me as of yet that is.he said while praying with beads
Garou:well anyways this here is my Rook named Lin, she's well trained in Kung fu and i actually recruited her when I first arrived in China.he gestured toward her
Lin:*bows*it's nice to meet you Lord Artemis, your brother has said a lot about you.she greeted him
Artemis:*sweat drops*I just hope it's good things.he said
The next person in his peerage is a Rook piece as she stands at around 5'3 as she had black hair and fushia colored eyes. She also wears a traditional Chinese kung Fu outfit which is red and she also has bells on top of her head.
Artemis REALLY thinks she's trying to cosplay Lin Lin from One Punch Man, and the funny thing is she has the same name as her which he find ironic.
Artemis:is it just me or do you sorta look like that One Punch Man character, you tryna cosplay as her.he asked
Lin:*groans*god fucking dammit why the hell does everybody think I look like her or trying to cosplay as her this is what I wear almost everyday.she said frustrated
Garou:I mean he isn't wrong you do kinda look like her tho.he said to her
Kuroka:maybe a change in wardrobe could help.she jumped in
She sighed as Harmon had just patted her back telling her it'll be alright as Garou then focused his attention to his Knight of the peerage, which is Arthur Pendragon as Artemis still can't believe he actually managed to recruit him.
As Cu is looking at the swordsman as he can tell that he's a really strong person even before he gotten turned into a Devil, but he's also wondering why he left Camelot.
Garou:anyways now onto my Knight piece, I'm sure you know who it is since I told you about him. But this Is Arthur Pendragon descendant of King Arthur.he introduced him
Arthur:*bows*greetings it's a pleasure to meet you Artemis Lucifer.he greeted him
Artemis:it's nice to meet you as well Pendragon, you know I didn't think I'd meet a descendant of him.he said out loud
Cu:*raises an eyebrow*yeah but I'm just wondering why the hell would you leave Camelot tho, I do remember facing off against your ancestor years ago her name was Artoria Pendragon.he questioned
Arthur:*sighs*I just wanted to experience the world that's all, but you managed to face off against my mother although she retired from fighting years ago when she had me.he said back to him
As Arthur stands at the height of 6'0 tall as he has blonde hair and one strand of blonde hair tied in a braid and he is also wearing a formal suit on his appearance, he also has a pair of glasses on his face for his eyesight.
But despite how he looks he's actually quite the handsome person and all of the experienced people in Artemis's peerage can tell that he is a skilled warrior despite being a human.
Cu:*smirks*ohh you look like you could hold your own in a fight, now I'm curious if you match up like your mother.he commented
Arthur:I'll be honored to fight against Ireland's Child of Light and I'll do my best not o disappoint you.he said back to him
Garou:you guys can spar later but for now let's introduce the last member of my peerage, Tyrian.he said
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Garou:ok where the fuck is Tyrian.he asked
Just then they sensed someone approaching them as he's seen eating an ice cream cone and with blood all over his clothes as Artemis and the others had became a bit disturbed at the sight as Ingvild had instinctively went closer to Artemis.
This new person stands at 5'8 as he has short brown hair and red colored eyes, as he's also wearing a black trench coat with a white undershirt which is drenched in blood, as this person also has blades on his arms which is used as weapons.
Garou:*rolls his eyes*what took you so long Tyrian you know I called you earlier.he asked
Tyrian:*chuckles*oh sorry about that boss but I gotten caught up with slaughtering an entire elementary school.he said back to him
Grayfia:is this guy really in your peerage why do you even have him just who is he.she asked
Garou:*sighs*well this here is Tyrian Phillips, he's a psychopath mixed in with a sociopath and he's mentally unstable and kills for fun.he introduced him
Tyrian:me oh I'm the sanest mother fucker around.he pointed to himself
Harmon:you set fire to 12 orphanages in 3 different states.he pointed out
Arthur:you also raped an entire strip club.he said
Lin:you drank an entire gallon of Hawaiian Punch even tho you knew it was mines.she said
Tyrian:oh I'm sorry I just get...bored that's all.he said out loud
To say the least everyone was quite uncomfortable with Tyrian around.
Timeskip brought to you by Le Fay arriving late because she fell asleep.
Still No One POV
After the introduction of Garou's peerage as all of them are all getting to know each other...well almost everyone since Tyrian is a bit too crazy for everyone's liking as he decided to just stay behind and play GTA 5, and of course his favorite character is Trevor.
While they were talking to each other Le Fay had finally arrived as she yawned into her hand as Arthur had groaned since she' was supposed to be here for introductions earlier but she fell asleep before all of them could leave.
Garou:ohh well look who decided to show up at the last second.he commented
Arthur:*eyebrow twitches*I tried waking her up earlier but she wouldn't so I just left her at the place before we came here.he said back to him
Artemis:well she certainly does seem carefree that's for sure.he said out loud
Le Fay:*waves at them*Yoo-hoo sorry I took longer then expected I fell asleep but I came here fast I co-.she stopped once she seen Artemis
She's heard stories about him from Garou and well she's been wanting to meet him ever since as Garou had offered her a spot in his own peerage but ever since her hearing about Artemis and his peerage she wanted to join.
Plus she can't be reliant on her older brother all of her life as she needs to do things on her own and plus both her and Arthur knows she can take care of herself so it's not that bad.
Le Fay:*gasp*no way is that who I think it is.she said to herself
Artemis:*thinks*oh no this isn't good she spotted me.he thought to himself
As she hastily made her way over toward him as she's now face to face as Artemis is 6'2 and Le Fay is 5'2 it's quite the noticeable height difference between the 2 of them as Kuroka is 5'3 and she's the shortest in the peerage.
Le Fay:*excitedly*are you Artemis Lucifer Garou's older twin brother.she asked him
Artemis:*sweat drops*um hey there and yes I am hehe.he replied to her
Le Fay:*squeals*ohh my god it's soo nice to meet you my name is Le Fay Pendragon and I've been-ow.as Arthur had chopped her head
Arthur:take things slow sis I don't think he can understand your fast speech.he told her
Grayfia/Cu:*thinks*well she certainly is a ball of sunshine and definitely a lot better then Tyrian.they both thought to themselves
Le Fay:anyways my name is Le Fay Pendragon and I'm the younger sister of Arthur Pendragon who is my big brother, it is nice to meet you.she introduce herself
All Artemis could do was return the favor and introduce himself along with the other peerage members although he did had to say that another one of his Knight pieces isn't with him since he's at school at the moment, but she'll meet him eventually.
Le Fay:wow I must say your peerage is quite impressive Artemis, although whenever Harmon gets control of his powers he'd totally whip your guys ass.she said out loud
Garou:*crosses his arms*I wouldn't be so sure considering that they all have potential to become even stronger then they are now, hell even both Grayfia and Kuroka are around the same level of power.he said back to her
Artemis:so um Le Fay, I couldn't help but hear that you wanted to join my peerage is that correct.he asked her
Le Fay:*nods*yes I do, you see I can't rely on my brother all the time and it's time I need to do things on my own. Even he agreed as long as I keep in touch with him every once in awhile....and plus Tyrian gives me the creeps.she told him
Tyrian:awww you hurt me Le Fay how do I give you the creeps.he asked her
Arthur:I'm with her on this one.he jumped in
In all honestly the other peerage members especially Ingvild can't help but agree on Tyrian's creepiness as their all wondering why Garou had even recruited him in the first place as he's either really strong or has a real useful Sacred Gear.
But Artemis won't turn down this opportunity of getting a powerful witch in his peerage like ale Fay Pendragon so he'll sure as hell will accept it, plus his team could use a really good healer.
Artemis:well if your really sure about this then I can turn you into a Devil and have join my peerage.he said to her
Le Fay:oh sure but do you mind if I keep my humanity like what Arthur did.she asked
Artemis:*shrugs*I honestly don't really care it's all up to you to decide I have no control over it unless you die.he replied
She seemed ok with what he said as she stood there patiently as Artemis had pulled out a Bishop piece out of his pocket which is last piece as well, as he looked at it and back at Le Fay and nodded to himself.
"I Artemis Lucifer ask you, will you be our healer and Calvary in battle. Do you accept the terms Le Fay Pendragon in becoming my Bishop." He asked
Le Fay:*nods*yes i do.she said
"Then I Artemis Lucifer welcomes you into the peerage, may you support us in times of need."
He said as the last Bishop piece had went into her body as she's now an official member of the peerage as she smiled knowing that this is her first step of independence, as Arthur seemed ok with it as he released a sigh.
Arthur:*sighs*I know this is what you want Le Fay but I can't help but worry, you'll watch over he right Artemis.he asked him
Artemis:*nods*yeah of course we will there's all of us to watch over each others backs, and the same can be said for the other person as well I'll be sure to let him know.he told him
Grayfia:we all have each others backs even if some of us do get on each others nerves.she said back to him
Le Fay:*pouts*ahh mouu why can't you not worry about me big bro and worry about yourself after all theres Ty-.she stopped
She stopped when she seen a new face who's face to face with Tyrian as everyone there had stopped what they were doing as all they all looked at where she was looking, as Garou's,Artemis's and Grayfia's eyes had widened.
The person who's talking to him is none other then Diodora Astraroth the next "heir" to the Astraroth clan, and well from the looks of it they both look like they're about to throw down.
Tyrian:ohh and what do we have here another Devil to play with how...exciting.he wondered
Diodora:*snarls*get away from me you lowly Devil scum I'm not here for you.he said to him
Tyrian:*laughs*heheheHAHAHAHAA, how cute your power isn't even near the level of a High class Devil. It'll take not much of an effort to defeat you.he said to him
Diodora:*glared at him*what the hell did you just say to me are you calling me weak.he asked
Tyrian:*grins*that is what I said right.he replied
Diodora was about to strike him until Garou had gripped his arm preventing him from attacking as Tyrian had his bladed arm guard ready to fight, as Diodora had looked at Garou with a surprised expression.
Garou:*looking at him*now just what are you doing here Astraroth shouldn't you be with the New Satan faction.he asked him
Diodora:*surprised*huh what Garou your here.he asked in surprise
Garou:well this crazy bastard is one of my peerage members, so tell me why were you trying to pick a fight with him.he asked him
Diodora:*grits his teeth*this has nothing to do with you or him, I'm here because of your brother Artemis.he said back to him
Artemis:*narrows his eyes*ohh and why would you want to talk to me.he asked him
He stopped to look at him as he broke free out of Garou's grip although he pretty much yanked his arm out of his hand as he made his way over toward Ingvild, until Cu had summoned his spear and pointed the sharp end at him.
Cu:*glaring at him*now you stay right there Astraroth why are you going toward Ingvild here.he asked
Diodora:*glared at him*this has nothing to do with you spearman I'm here to speak to the Leviathan descendant.he said back to him
Ingvild:*nervously*I have no intention of speaking to you, you dam creep.she said out loud
Cu:you heard the lady now fuck off or else you want this spear to skewer your heart.he said to him
Artemis had came up besides him and stared him down as Diodora felt a bit nervous looking up at the taller and stronger Devil as his eyes is glowing silver a bit to show off his Lucifer side of his power, but Diodora had stood his ground.
Diodora:*nervously*h-hey there Artemis how about a trade between piece, one of my Bishops for your Bishop Ingvild.he suggested
Artemis:not interested now scram.he replied
Diodora:eh but why I'm sure the Bishop I have in store for you will follow ANY command you give to her, that's an offer you can't refuse right.he asked him
Artemis:*grabs him by the throat*now you listen here you little shit I don't give a dam about what you offer since I don't care about sex or anything like that. Everyone in this peerage is MY friends and family and I won't give them up that easily.he told him
Diodora:*grits his teeth*grhh let me go now dammit unhand me.he angrily said
Artemis:*smirks*well if you say so...traitor.he said
He then released his grip on his collar and dropped onto the ground as he stared up in shock at what he just did and more importantly how did he figured it out, Artemis knows that he's a traitor to Sirzechs and the others and that means he's screwed.
Diodora:*wide eyed*wh-what but how do you know about what I was doing.he asked him
Artemis:that is information I won't give out that easily Diodora, but I guess I should thank my grandfather for the information.he said back to him
Diodora:*glares at him*I'll watch your fucking back dammit I'll make you suffer and I'll start with that Knight of yours.he said
As he disappeared into a green magic circle leaving them alone as they were all tense while Tyrian looked like he wanted to kill him and Artemis had narrowed his eyes at what he said, while Ingvild on the other hand felt very fuzzy all of a sudden when he said that.
Artemis had said all that to protect her and he sees her as his friend and family, but there was something else about all of that. Her heart had started to beat faster and she felt fuzzy inside and she didn't know what that feeling was.
Cu:master your not seriously going to let Kanji fight that bastard on his own right.he asked him
Artemis:of course not I have a plan in mind, and brother do you mind if we trade pieces.he asked
Garou:*grins*ohh and what piece do you want in exchange of me watching the Leviathan.he asked
Artemis:*points at Tyrian*I want him I seen the look on his face, but me and you will handle Diodora alone got it Tyrian.he said back to him
Tyrian:*grins manically*ohhh now you've got my interest Artemis Lucifer.he said back to him
Change Scene Kanji
Now with Kanji as he's seen with his class along with the other 1st years on a deserted island for the Special Exam, as him along with his class are all on the beach looking at the stuff that they have for this exam, as Hirata is of course in charge.
He's looking at all of the stuff that they have for this 1 week camping trip and well since he has experience with camping he'll try his best to help his classmates out, but this exam is not normal that's for sure.
Hirata:well now that we checked that we have everything let's split everything up as we can take turns carrying the stuff.he said to the class
Sudo:I'll carry the heavy stuff like the tents and what not.he offered
Kanji:I guess I'll carry the bags and other necessary things.he also offered
Ayanokoji:I guess I'll help out as well.he also offered
The 3 of them along with a few other classmates had started to carry the stuff as Sudo is of course carrying the more heavier stuff and Kanji is carrying the things that's important other then the tents and what not.
While they were walking into the forest Kanji couldn't help but feel a weird vibe and chill run up his spine as it sucks he can't contact Artemis and the others since he has the special wrist watch to monitor them.
Kanji:*thinks*I don't know why but I have a bad feeling about this.he thought to himself
As on top of the mountain someone with long brown hair and violet colored eyes is looking down on the rest of the island as he was sent here by Diodora to start with their plan.
This person is Shalba Beelzebub a descendant of the Devil King Beelzebub and is also one of the leaders of the Old Satan faction, his goal is to attack the Muramasa descendant and create havoc on the island and possibly attack the Half Nekomata Arisu Sakayanagi as well.
Shalba:not sure why that Astraroth brat wants me to be here but it's whatever, as long as we accomplish our goals.he said to himself
A/N:this is it for the chapter hope you guys enjoyed it as Garou's peerage has finally been shown and his peerage members as well, in addition Artemis now has his last Bishop piece. All he needs is his 8 Pawn pieces and his last Rook piece as I do have someone in mind for that.
The first arc will begin and it does in old Diodora Astraroth and well he will be killed is all that I'll say and that's when Artemis will encounter Sirzechs and the other and show them the evidence.
Artemis had decided to trade in Ingvild for Garou's psychotic Pawn piece Tyrian since he knows he's after her so he wants her to be safe, in return him and Tyrian will hunt Diodora down and kill him.
Forgot to mention that Tyrian had took up 4 Pawn pieces so that means Garou still has 4 more left for another potential Pawn, and yes he does have a Sacred Gear and he's also a descendant of Jack The Ripper.
Next chapter is gonna be "Start of An Island War"
Stay tuned👍